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220: How to Stay Connected When Teens Pull Away. Guests: Gordon Neufeld, PhD & Gabor Maté, MD

Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting

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Nurturing Connections: The Heart of Attachment Parenting

This chapter delves into the essential psychological connection between parents and their teenagers, emphasizing the significance of emotional bonds akin to an umbilical cord. It highlights the need for open communication, understanding, and shared experiences, particularly around mealtime, to strengthen relationships despite challenges. The discussion contrasts different parenting styles, advocating for warmth and presence over control, and underscores the importance of fostering independence while building trust and cooperation.

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